
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Manhattan Beach area of Manhattan Beach.


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1211 Tennyson St

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1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit 1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit 1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1643 Artesia Blvd

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1440 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit C, Unit C

1311 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit 1, Unit 1

1436 12th St

Windsor House

1511 Artesia Blvd
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1466 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

Manhattan Beach Artesia

1826-1828 12th St

1250 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1325 Manhattan Beach Blvd

545 1st St

2121 Dufour Ave

2105 Huntington Ln

2700, 2704 Aviation Blvd.
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The Eagle Apartments

2120 Vanderbilt Lane, Redondo Beach, CA.

Heritage Pointe Senior Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

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1739 Monterey Blvd, Unit Hermosa Beach Studio, Unit Hermosa Beach Studio

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2218 Carnegie Ln, Unit D, Unit D

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2011 Rockefeller Ln, Unit C, Unit C

1707 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit Hermosa Surf Condo, Unit Hermosa Surf Condo

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2304 Voorhees Ave, Unit A, Unit A

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2302 Aviation Blvd, Unit B, Unit B
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1922 Curtis Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

2112 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit D, Unit D

1415 Bonnie Brae St, Unit A, Unit A

2411 Prospect Ave, Unit 107, Unit 107

2404 Mathews Ave

1831 Grant Ave

2200 Grant Ave

Ocean Air

Sea Air Apartments

Rockefeller Apartments
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Marina Bay Club

1900 Rockefeller Ln

The Mosaic Apartments

The Palms

Gates Apartments

2115 Grant Ave

2115 Mathews Ave

Nelson Ave Apartments

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy

Villa Aria
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East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Manhattan Beach Studio Apartments | $2,525 | $2,200 | $2,750 |
| East Manhattan Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $2,200 | $2,700 |
| East Manhattan Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,622 | $2,350 | $6,500 |
| East Manhattan Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,337 | $3,400 | $6,300 |
| East Manhattan Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sea Air Apartments priced from $2,025. The Eagle Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable East Manhattan Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Air Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The Eagle Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Marina Bay Club | Marina Bay-303 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 2120 Vanderbilt Lane, Redondo Beach, CA. | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Heritage Pointe Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Manhattan Beach, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Manhattan Beach area is the $3.14 price per square foot 1922 Curtis Ave Model at 1922 Curtis Ave, Unit 2 in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value East Manhattan Beach apartment is the 2112 Manhattan Beach Blvd Model at 2112 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit D starting at $3,495 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1922 Curtis Ave, Unit 2 | 1922 Curtis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 2112 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit D | 2112 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.18 |
| 2011 Rockefeller Ln, Unit C | 2011 Rockefeller Ln | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1440 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit C | 1440 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 1643 Artesia Blvd | 2bdr/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 1301 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 2218 Carnegie Ln, Unit D | 2218 Carnegie Ln | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit 1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 1300 Manhattan Beach Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 2120 Vanderbilt Lane, Redondo Beach, CA. | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Eagle Apartments | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary
Mira Costa High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Manhattan Beach Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
The cheapest apartment in East Manhattan Beach is Sea Air Apartments which is listed at $2,025, while the average apartment in East Manhattan Beach costs $17,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Manhattan Beach?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in East Manhattan Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
Cheap apartments in East Manhattan Beach have an average cost of $697 which is $16,803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Manhattan Beach.
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